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Gideon vs Daphne

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gideon

Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew Jewish Protestant

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#332
Total SSA Count
1,042
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Daphne

Girl #191 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"laurel tree"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek French Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#191
Total SSA Count
1,564
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gideon Rank #332
Daphne Rank #191

Daphne is more popular, ranked #191 vs #332 for Gideon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gideon or Daphne more popular?

Daphne is more popular, ranked #191 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Gideon and Daphne mean?

Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin). Daphne means "laurel tree" (Greek origin).

Are Gideon and Daphne boy or girl names?

Gideon is primarily a boy name. Daphne is primarily a girl name.

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